Are keypad door locks safe?

You love the idea of ditching your old house keys and upgrading to a modern smart locking system, but safety is still a worry. Are keypad door locks really safer than their old-school counterparts? The quick answer is yes. But before adding one to your Brooklyn smart home, there are several things you should think about.

Why upgrading to a smart lock makes sense for your Brooklyn home

The biggest downside of traditional locks is the need for a key. Keys are frequently misplaced and simple to copy, which spells trouble if they get into the wrong hands. On top of that, older locks are simpler to bump, pick, and force. Modern smart locks do away with keys entirely. The options that offer a backup keyed system frequently use a more secure type of cylinder, so they can’t be circumvented by traditional methods.

What are the risks of keypad door locks?

Although typically safer than traditional locking systems, keypad door locks do come with some risks, such as the following:

• Unauthorized code use: Codes must be kept confidential. It’s also a good idea to update them often and steer clear of easy-to-guess codes like “1234.” If you want to give someone one-time-only access, you can set a code and then delete it once it’s served its purpose.
  
  
• Hacking: System breaches are always a concern for electronic devices bridged to your smart home. Mitigate the risk by updating firmware, apps, and passwords frequently. Use two-factor identification whenever you can.
  
  
• Technical problems: A battery failure, WiFi disconnection, or software bug can lead to issues. Generally speaking, core local features like the keypad still work even if your WiFi is down, but you might lose app functionality. Models with backup keyed systems can provide you with another way in.

Do smart locks still operate during power outages?

Yes, your smart lock should still work during a blackout as it is powered by batteries, not your home’s electricity. You can still use the keypad, fingerprint scanner, or Bluetooth, based on what your system supports.

Why select Vivint smart locks for your Brooklyn home?

Vivint’s Kwikset smart locks work smoothly with other components within your smart home ecosystem. You can turn the lights on any time the door is opened, or establish a whole-home scene with multiple automations. To illustrate, you can arm your system, dim lights, lock your door, and even lower your thermostat at the same time when you head to bed. And you know what else? Your locks and all your smart home devices are fully accessible in the palm of your hand with the Vivint app.

You’ll always know who’s entering and exiting as Vivint systems monitor the use of smart lock codes. You can also set up to 50 unique access codes.

Vivint is the key to your Brooklyn smart home security

Would you enjoy locking or unlocking your door remotely and establishing custom actions that operate your smart locks and other components all at once? It’s doable with Vivint. Call (929) 552-2194 to learn more about our systems and get help designing your own Brooklyn smart home.